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From Amsterdam’s streets to the pitches of La Masia, from Paris to North London, Xavi Simons is set to unveil a football ground in his childhood town of Rojales, Spain, a project backed by the Johan Cruyff Foundation and inspired by his family’s story.
Fresh from La Masia, Adrià Muñoz joins the Wolfpack, bringing youthful talent and a pedigree that includes Spain’s U‑15 national team and training with Barcelona’s first team.
Brandon Davies, a former BYU standout, has retired after stints with NBA teams, top European clubs and Alvark Tokyo, leaving behind a résumé of titles, All‑EuroLeague honors and notable statistical milestones.
FC Barcelona has secured the services of American point guard Justin Robinson, agreeing to a contract that runs until 30 June 2028. The 28‑year‑old arrives after an impressive EuroLeague campaign with Paris Basketball, bringing a global résumé that spans the NBA, Australia, Italy and France.
Argentina's recent double triumphs have set the stage for a World Cup run led by Lionel Messi and a star‑studded roster, with a quarter‑final clash against Switzerland on the horizon.
A flurry of transfer activity is shaping up across the continent, with Premier League giants, continental powerhouses and MLS sides all vying for high‑profile reinforcements.
Alexi Lalas’s recent advocacy for a market‑driven youth soccer system has been challenged by Seton O’Connor, who points to the CF Damm model in Barcelona and suggests that major U.S. corporations could follow suit, raising questions about Lalas’s usual rhetoric.
Alexia Putellas, a two‑time Ballon d’Or winner, has signed for London City Lionesses after a 14‑year spell at Barcelona, joining a club owned by Michele Kang and freshly promoted to the Women’s Super League.
At the FIBA U17 Basketball World Cup in Istanbul, 17‑year‑old Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje is rewriting the script for future prospects, averaging 19.5 points, 10.2 rebounds and a rare mix of shooting and shot‑blocking. His versatile game has already caught the eye of NBA personnel and U.S. national team coaches.
The United States, unbeaten in the FIBA U17 Basketball World Cup, will face Serbia in the final, a match that could cement America’s eighth consecutive crown while granting Serbia its first ever title.
Bayern Munich is weighing a move for French defender Jules Koundé, while Premier League rivals circle, Barcelona eyes Šeško, Juventus revives Goretzka talks, Salah eyes Saudi, and Newcastle eyes Manzambi.
Serbia defeated Lithuania 101‑78 in Istanbul, with Nikola Kusturica delivering 30 points and coach Stevan Mijovic praising him as the nation's most talented player in two decades.
After years as an assistant and a playing career that spanned Spain and the United States, Alexis Mata is poised to guide the University of San Francisco’s women’s soccer program as interim head coach.
A highly anticipated signing failed to deliver on the court, leading to a rapid exit and a new commitment to George Mason.
After a frantic search, Michael Hewitt was discovered in a Barcelona bar, unaware of his family's pleas, and reunited with relatives thanks to embassy assistance.
Italian luxury house Dsquared2 has named FC Barcelona midfielder Fermín López as its inaugural male brand ambassador, signaling a bold move into sport‑driven fashion and a broader strategy to engage younger audiences.
In just eight months, Nike’s Toma el Juego has grown from a local pilot to a worldwide stage, bringing together thousands of young athletes and soccer legends in New York’s Bryant Park.
The 2026 tournament, co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico, has sparked a wave of shared enthusiasm in Michigan and beyond, blending sports celebration with a hopeful narrative of diversity and unity.
Atlético Dallas announced the purchase of Dallas Trinity FC, highlighting the Neil family's vision and a joint commitment to grow the sport in the region. The clubs will play at the Cotton Bowl starting in 2027, aiming to strengthen North Texas as a key soccer market.
A 65‑year‑old English soccer supporter vanished after a call from Barcelona, sparking an international search and raising concerns about his planned trip to Boston for the World Cup match against Ghana.
U.S. Men’s National Team coach Mauricio Pochettino mixes energy work, aura reading and even lemons to sharpen his squad’s mental edge, a strategy that has already delivered knockout‑stage breakthroughs.
The University of North Carolina’s men’s basketball program must replace the production of Caleb Wilson and Henri Veesaar for the 2026‑27 season. Head coach Michael Malone faces the task of reshaping the frontcourt, while potential replacements Jarin Stevenson, Sayon Keita and Alexandros Samodurov bring diverse skills and international experience.
The MLS club announced the arrival of the Polish striker, who brings a prolific goal record and international experience.
Patrick Ewing’s experience with the 1992 Dream Team revealed basketball’s expanding reach, a moment echoed by Michael Jordan as the NBA’s global footprint expanded.